caution

1. (verb) warn strongly; put on guard
Synonyms: admonish
Related Words: warn

2. (noun) the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger; "a man of caution"
Synonyms: carefulness, cautiousness
Related Words: attentiveness
Antonyms: incaution

3. (noun) judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger; "he exercised caution in opening the door"; "he handled the vase with care"
Synonyms: care, forethought, precaution
Related Words: judiciousness

4. (noun) a warning against certain acts: "a caveat against unfair practices"
Synonyms: caveat
Related Words: warning

5. (noun) the trait of being circumspect and prudent
Synonyms: circumspection
Related Words: chariness, discernment, discretion, precaution, wariness



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